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About the Role
This role supports innovation and technology by working with the University of Waterloo on leading-edge 5G Research and identifying new use cases in IoT leveraging technologies such as Edge Computing and AI/ML. The individual will act as the on-site central point of communication to liaise with internal working teams and UW, establish goals under the Partnership Agreement, and supervise project execution.
Responsibilities
- Lead partnership governance and serve as the primary liaison across Rogers, the University of Waterloo and key stakeholders
- Shape business cases and lead commercialization assessments to translate research outcomes into viable business opportunities
- Establish a clear partnership strategy, align stakeholders around shared priorities and maintain a disciplined operating cadence
- Lead co-creation projects with customers, researchers and industry stakeholders using design thinking and agile development practices
- Drive execution through regular status reviews, clear performance reporting and proactive management of risks, decisions and next steps
- Build and champion a pipeline of innovation by identifying, assessing, prioritizing and recommending high-value use cases to the steering committee
- Direct test-and-learn activities and evaluate proofs of concept to inform improvements, adoption decisions and paths to scale
- Represent Rogers in the local innovation ecosystem, strengthening strategic partnerships and advancing thought leadership around priority use cases
- Set the direction for and oversee the execution of on-campus initiatives, including recruitment, hackathons and case competitions
Requirements
- Previous related work experience is preferred
- Strong understanding of business strategy
- Knowledge of Design Thinking principles and Lean Methodologies
- Strong research capabilities, ability to synthesize multiple data points to come up with recommendations and strategies
- Ability to manage project deliverables under tight timelines and escalate as required
- Able to build and sustain trusting relationships
- Creative; not afraid to explore white space ideas and new strategic concepts
- A pre-employment background check will be conducted
- All candidates must clear a criminal background check
- A credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role
Skills
- Passion and knowledge of technology including: 5G, networking, data science, software development, cloud
- Best in class writing, presentation, and communication skills
Location
- 1 Mount Pleasant (083), Toronto, ON
Work Type
- Full time
- Onsite
Education Level
- Masters degree in an asset in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related discipline
About the Company
- Our Technology team wakes up every day with one goal in mind - connecting Canadians to the people and things that matter most.
- Together, we are proud to support 30 million Canadians each month through managing a robust portfolio that champions leading-edge technology.
- We drive large-scale, complex, and high-visibility technology projects and programs that shape the future of technology in Canada and expand connectivity from coast to coast.
Equal Opportunity
- At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong.
- We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work.
- Everyone who applies for a job will be considered.
- We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation.
- We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best.
- Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work.
- You matter to us!